Are you a moderate to progressive voter in Nixa's first district? Are you an LGBTQ voter in Nixa's first district, or the parent, spouse,...

This was a comment that I received today on my Facebook campaign page: "Amy Hoogstraet for Nixa City Council I don't believe Nixa is the...

When I took my daughter to McCauley Park yesterday, the playground area was a huge mess! It was extremely muddy, and there were huge...

For me, the most interesting part of last night's city council meeting actually happened after the meeting ended. I have debated posting...

Most of you probably know that there is a small group of citizens who are gathering signatures on a petition to recall our mayor, Brian...

Hey, everyone! The election is now just 3 short weeks away! In these last weeks, it is crucial for me to reach as many district 1 voters...

I have been regularly attending city council meetings since filing as a candidate, and have been surprised to only see a couple of the...

The first item on my platform reads: "Bringing new businesses and jobs to Nixa to boost our economy and infrastructure and balance...

One of my top priorities as a council member would be supporting our youth and our school district in every way possible. I'm a mom with...

It shouldn't have to happen to you for it to matter to you. This is a powerful statement, and it's something I live by. Part of living in...

Those of you who grew up as "military brats", who served in the military, or who are/were married to a service member will be able to...

Nixa friends, please look at this important graphic about what NOT to put in your recycling bin. Plastic bags can be taken to Walmart for...

A few weeks ago, when I was still wrestling with my decision to run for city council, I decided to obtain the email addresses of the 4...

Last week my daughter wrote a letter to Chief Campbell as part of a kindness challenge for her class, and I delivered it to him. A few...

One of the items on my platform is encouraging volunteerism. This is something that's very important to me! I volunteer in various ways,...